InterNations – Uniting Swedes living in the UK

Would you like to get in touch with other Swedes in the United Kingdom? Are you in need of help and advice from your Swedish compatriots? Or would you like to join other Swedish expats on an excursion to discover sights and landmarks – e.g. the outstanding beauty of the Cotswolds, "the Heart of England"?

Whether you have settled as an expat in the UK or are still living in Sweden and planning your upcoming foreign assignment, InterNations the UK offers everything you need: Established in 2007, our trusted community soon became the leading platform for international networking among expatriates and global minds around the world. Our network also counts a considerable number of Swedish expats in the UK, coming from all corners of Sweden - from Goteborg, over Stockholm to Uppsala.

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Jan-Peter van Tijk

Jan-Peter van Tijk

I wish I'd found InterNations sooner: It would have made my first few month as an expat in London much less overwhelming.

Therese Yeboah

Therese Yeboah

For me, the InterNations events are the best part. I attend almost every get-together and always get to know lots of friendly fellow expats.

An amazing community is waiting for you!

Meet international people at local events

Meet international people at local events

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Socialize, enjoy hobbies, and make friends

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

Get info, and feel at home abroad!

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Meet other Swedes at our events in the United Kingdom

Attend our monthly events and activities for Swedes expatriates to get to know like-minded expatriates in real life.

InterNations Leeds at Cosy Club
InterNations Leeds at Cosy Club
We are delighted to invite you to another fun, friendly networking event at Cosy Club on Albion Street in Leeds city centre. Come mingle with like-minded internationals, make new friends, and enjoy a beer, Prosecco, juice, or one of their excellent cocktails! From Leeds train station: Exit into Ci
We are delighted to invite you to another fun, friendly networking event at Cosy Club on Albion Street in Leeds city centre. Come mingle with like-minded internationals, make new friends, and enjoy a beer, Prosecco, juice, or one of their excellent cocktails! From Leeds train station: Exit into Ci
InterNations London Official Event: Escape Valentine
InterNations London Official Event: Escape Valentine
Members, Let's skip love and celebrate friendship and passion. For our next community gathering, we are heading back to the opulent Sycamore Bar and Restaurant, tucked inside the lush Middle Eight Hotel in the heart of Covent Garden. Prepare for an evening of lively conversation set against stunni
Members, Let's skip love and celebrate friendship and passion. For our next community gathering, we are heading back to the opulent Sycamore Bar and Restaurant, tucked inside the lush Middle Eight Hotel in the heart of Covent Garden. Prepare for an evening of lively conversation set against stunni
Southampton InterNations February Event With Dinner
Southampton InterNations February Event With Dinner
Dear Members We would like to invite you to the Southampton InterNations February Event where you can meet like-minded people at All Bar One. Please note change of venue from previous month. We will arrange dinner for 5.30pm and the main social event will start at 8pm. For those that would like
Dear Members We would like to invite you to the Southampton InterNations February Event where you can meet like-minded people at All Bar One. Please note change of venue from previous month. We will arrange dinner for 5.30pm and the main social event will start at 8pm. For those that would like
Hungarian CARNIVAL( Folk Dance Night) in London!
Hungarian CARNIVAL( Folk Dance Night) in London!
Hi everyone, Hungarian Carnival `Táncház` – Live Folk Music & Winter Farewell Party Shake off the winter blues and join us for the most vibrant event of the season: the Carnival (Farsang) Táncház! Step into the rhythmic world of the Carpathian Basin on Saturday, for an evening of authentic hun
Hi everyone, Hungarian Carnival `Táncház` – Live Folk Music & Winter Farewell Party Shake off the winter blues and join us for the most vibrant event of the season: the Carnival (Farsang) Táncház! Step into the rhythmic world of the Carpathian Basin on Saturday, for an evening of authentic hun

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Why Swedish expats move abroad (& how they like it)

Every year, we publish one of the biggest global surveys among expats — asking them about various aspects of their life, from work to leisure. Learn what motivated our Swedish members to move abroad, what keeps them there, and what they struggle with or miss about home.

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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue with your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? There’s a variety of InterNations Groups you can join, including everything from sightseeing to hiking. These are run by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month, such as dinners in the cities finest restaurants, sports or outings with other expats to explore all that your new home has to offer.

DinnerNations Group
DinnerNations Group
Arts & Culture Group
Arts & Culture Group
Professional Networking Group
Professional Networking Group
City Explorers Group
City Explorers Group

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Find Tips and Advice on the UK from Swedish Expats

Of course, expat living in the UK is not just about shipping your belongings and filing in some bureaucratic papers. Regular socializing with fellow Swedes is an essential part of expat life and helps getting accustomed to the British way of life and mentality. InterNations helps you connect and meet up with other Swedes in the UK, residing in London, Glasgow, Cardiff and many other places throughout the country. Just take a look at our group of Swedes in London or Swedes in Manchester.

If you ever wish to have a chat in your native language, discover where to shop for Swedish food or discuss your favorite sports team's latest match, become a member of the British InterNations Community:

  • Look up our top quality network to get to know open-minded expats from Sweden in the UK.
  • Obtain and share insider tips in our the UK Expat Forums – e.g. how to hire a babysitter fluent in your native tongue for your children or where to get köttbullar in Glasgow.
  • Search the InterNations Places database for the UK to get information on institutions from your home country, including the Swedish embassy.

From the outstanding beauty of the Cotswolds, "the Heart of England" to Scotland's mist-shrouded highlands, we’ll help you connect with supportive and friendly Swedish expats in the UK.

Join Our Expat Activities and Mingle with Fellow Swedes in the UK

Moreover, please feel free to attend our regular expat events and activities in the UK. Our get-togethers are very diverse and range from a cozy gathering to enjoy the traditional British roast beef, to big expat celebrations with hundreds of participants in London’s best locations. You can also participate in one of our expat trips to go and see super trendy amusement resort Brighton on the southern coast as well as other beautiful landmarks in the UK.

Our meet-ups and activities are a great opportunity to mingle with expats from Sweden and various other countries in a casual setting. Interested? Just sign up and you’ll soon be receiving a cordial Hallå from our Swedes living in the UK!

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